Why does it sometimes take so long to hear back after an interview? How long is reasonable? What can you do if you feel like you're being ghosted by a potential employer? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What the internal processes and approvals might slow things down When multiple candidates are under consideration The potential for hiring freezes or other corporate actions Listening to this episode will help you understand why...

Should you become a physician in utilization management? Wondering what “utilization management” is, and what a UM doctor does? A UM path can lead to a rewarding and fulfilling career for those who value flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on healthcare outcomes. I’m no expert in this area, so I brought in a guest who is- Dr. Jonathan Vitale! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Qualifications for utilization management p...

Are you frustrated that you aren’t getting the job, despite getting interviews? Even more frustrated that you don’t get any helpful or actionable feedback from those interviews? If you’ve been interviewing without success, and only getting generic feedback that the company has chosen to move forward with another candidate, this episode may help you learn how to get better feedback – and ultimately, strengthen yourself as a candidate. In this episode of The Career Rx we’l...

Can you transition into the pharmaceutical or biotech industry right after fellowship or residency training? Aspiring to be a senior pharmaceutical leader, CMO, or Board Director? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Taking a job in industry immediately after fellowship The importance of gaining diverse experience for career advancement Insights into the unique challenges of the startup world Listen to this interview with Dr. Nerissa Krehe...

Have you been asked to sign a confidentiality or nondisclosure agreement (NDA) before a job interview, and wondered if you should be concerned? Is this routine, or is something risky going on? What are the potential benefits and risks of signing a confidentiality agreement before an interview? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The increasing trend of requiring confidentiality agreements before job interviews Reasons why companies request confidentialit...

How can you best understand company's true culture during a job interview, before you actually work there? Have you worried you’ll accept a role that don't align with your work style or values? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Five strategic interview questions to gain insights into workplace dynamics How to “read between the lines” to reveal what they really mean about company culture The importance of assessing if a company's values and work st...

What strategies can be used to navigate a potentially difficult feedback conversation with your boss? How can you effectively communicate without risking your relationship or your job? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Establish a foundation that will support challenging conversations Focusing on facts, data, and the impact on business deliverables How to make a specific request for change and propose a follow-up This podcast episode focuses ...

How can organizations encourage open and constructive feedback between employees and managers? Are end-of-year reviews something you dread giving and getting?  Listen to this episode for an anxiety reducing way to address giving difficult feedback. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: ways of delivering constructive feedbacknavigating the pitfalls of traditional approachesRecommendations on follow-up and documentation  Today we are taking a look at a four-step feedback formula...

Not sure how to optimize your LinkedIn profile? Is it worth it to optimize your LinkedIn profile?  If you’re asking either of these two questions, perhaps you have already tried to update your LinkedIn profile but it doesn’t seem to be helping. Many people know they should be using LinkedIn but aren’t actually sure what it means to optimize their profiles, so we’ll explore some impactful and easy items today.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Where and how to place keywords...

What do people say about you at work when you're not in the room? What are you known for?  Your career opportunities and advancement likely depend on this. I’m not talking about gossip. I’m talking about your personal and professional brand. You have one, whether you’ve cultivated it deliberately or not. Listen to learn more about what this means, and how to use it to your advantage. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Descriptions of some common professional brand...

Should you maintain board certification if you switch to a nonclinical career? Are there more relevant or less burdensome alternatives to the requirements of your primary board certifying body?  These are common questions from many physicians, in clinical and nonclinical careers. Today, get ready to learn about the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons (NBPAS) - a non-profit, physician-led organization providing a pathway for continuous specialty and subspecialty certification. In this...

Wonder how to find nonclinical jobs in your specialty, or does it seem like there aren’t any opportunities available to doctors like you? Trust me, they do exist! Listen to hear simple but effective strategies to accelerate your career change.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Exactly where and how to look for nonclinical jobsA few strategies you may not be using today So you found a few job postings - now what? More than 700 of your peers attended my recent webinar Where and...

If you've wondered where to find nonclinical physician jobs in the world of pharma, biotech, or medical device - you're in the right place. Today’s podcast is the Q&A follow-up to a webinar about how to find nonclinical careers for doctors.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: An overview of resumes vs CVs and how to get resultsCompensation and career growth that come with industryWhat you really need for success, and how to manage rejection More than 700 of your peers...

Some of you knew as early as medical school or residency that clinical medicine wasn’t really the best for you. But everyone says, keep your head down, slog through, and everything will get better.  Or, some of you had major life events (illness, injury, babies, COVID…) that made you rethink your career and priorities. If either of these sound familiar, listen to hear an inspirational story of career transition from doctor to university professor in this interview with Dr. Jennifer...

Are student loans preventing you from making the career moves you want, or are student loans preventing you from the work/life balance you deserve? Student loan forgiveness for doctors is a real thing - yes, even for high earners, and those with LOTS of debt.  In fact, worry about student loans and salary changes are among the very top concerns from my listeners who want a career change. There’s a lot to learn, so I brought in a true expert! The laws are tricky, and some are time sensitive...

Wondering whether to hire a professional resume writer or service? Will a resume service finally help you make that career transition and land the job you want? Take a deep dive into whether this is the right decision for you in this listener inspired episode! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The pros and cons of investing in a resume writing serviceCommon DIY resume mistakes - and why they really do matterWhich is more important - networking or a great resume?Today we’re...

Unsure how to prepare for a nonclinical career interview? Many doctors don’t know what to expect from industry interviews. If you’re stressing about how to approach challenging interview questions, listen to this episode and feel confident you can nail the nonclinical interview. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What to include and what to leave out of your answers - and whyThe real reason you’re being asked three tough questionsHow to prepare and research for specific...

Is Linkedin Premium really worth it in 2023? What does the paid version of LinkedIn do, and should you buy it? The short answer is maybe - because it depends on how you’ll use it. So, listen for an overview of top LinkedIn Premium features and how to use them. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The top five reasons LinkedIn Premium might be worth the investmentKey Linkedin Premium features for job seekers that really can help!How LinkedIn Premium enhances networking, even when...

What are you currently being “voluntold” to do? Have you taken on task after task with zero compensation? This episode offers 4 ways to turn free efforts into paid work. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: 4 best practices for (finally) getting paid for extra workSome hard truths about expectations and compensationsThe caveats that come with setting boundaries at workToday we take a look at some food for thought around value and recognition for uncompensated tasks. By the end of...

Wondering why you didn’t get the job after a great interview?  Are you totally unqualified, or applying for the wrong jobs?  Listen to explore why this is most likely not your shortcomings, and what you can learn even if you didn’t get any feedback. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The many reasons candidates are rejected that have nothing to do with themWhat you can learn from the interview - even you don’t get the jobThe “one thing’ companies really want, that isn’t clear...

If you “leave” clinical medicine, are you still a doctor? What does it mean to leave medicine, anyway? Fear and uncertainty, all wrapped up in identity - if you’re facing complex emotions as you consider a nonclinical career in medicine, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How your identity and career are really linkedThe grief, fear, and excitement of transitioning out of clinical medicinePreparing yourself for the reaction of others Today’s topic was...

Wondering if it’s unprofessional to decline a job offer? Not sure how to decline a job offer politely? If you’ve found yourself with multiple job offers, or an offer that’s simply unappealing, listen to these best practices for declining a job offer without burning bridges. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: When to turn down a job a offer, and who to tellWhat not to discuss when declining a job offerAre you declining and negotiating? It matters! Today’s episode is my summary of...